Monitor the whereabouts of your pet. A sleeping dog on the driveway, an active pet in a blind spot or a pet on the road may be vulnerable to being struck by a car.

Be choosy when giving you pet play toys and limit pet access to things your pet might try to eat. The ingestion of foreign bodies is a common occurance among dogs. Often, the foreign body must be removed surgically, which is expensive and avoidable. We are often amazed by what we remove from the stomach of dogs.

It’s often easier and cheaper to prevent parasites than treat them when a pet’s infested or infected. See our section onHeartworm, Flea and Tick Prevention. Most Heartworm medications also prevent common intestinal parasites too.

When kept outside, provide ventilated and well-shaded area where your pet can avoid the sun and heat.

Never leave your pet unattended in a vehicle.The temperature inside a car can easily climb to 120 degrees when a vehicle is parked in the sun.

Avoid excessive exercise during hot weather. Over-exertion can cause heat stress or stroke. Safe outdoor temperatures for pets vary by breed and size. Ask us for recommendation specific to your pet and call us immediately if you suspect heat stroke.